These Batch & Freeze Sweet Potato & Apple Oat Bars are a soft, naturally sweet snack that’s perfect for busy families. Made with wholesome ingredients and no added sugar, they’re ideal for enjoying at home or on-the-go. With the comforting flavours of sweet potato, apple and cinnamon, these bars are a delicious way to offer a variety of nourishing foods while supporting self-feeding skills.
Sweet potato provides complex carbohydrates for energy, along with vitamin A, an important nutrient that supports healthy vision and immune function. Apple adds natural sweetness, fibre and hydration, helping to support healthy digestion. Oats are rich in fibre and slow-release carbohydrates, helping little tummies stay fuller for longer and providing steady energy.
The peanut butter, tree nuts and chia seeds contribute healthy fats and plant-based protein which support healthy growth and development. Chia seeds are also a source of omega-3 fatty acids, which play a role in supporting brain development. Dates provide natural sweetness along with fibre, while cinnamon adds flavour without the need for added sugars.
Batch & Freeze Sweet Potato & Apple Oat Bars
Nourishing Group
6 bars
20 minutes
4 hours
Baby Led Weaning
Best of all, these bars are perfect for batch preparation and freezing, making snack time easier while ensuring you always have a nourishing option ready for hungry little eaters.
Ingredients
5 pitted dates
1 tbsp smooth peanut butter
1 ½ cups oats
2 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp shredded coconut
1 tsp cinnamon
Directions
Soak dates for 15 mins in warm water to soften them then finely chop.
Microwave sweet potato and apple puree cubes in 30 second increments.
Mix all ingredients together in a bowl.
Press the mixture into a tray lined with a baking sheet until everything is compact.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Slice into strips the size of 2 adult fingers pressed together.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 5-7 days or freeze for up to 2-3 months.